Bob Johnson was a legendary ice hockey coach who had a successful career spanning over several decades. He was born on March 4, 1931, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and grew up playing hockey in the area. Johnson played college hockey at the University of Minnesota, where he was a standout player and helped lead the team to two national championships.

After college, Johnson played professionally for a few years before transitioning to coaching. He began his coaching career at the University of Wisconsin, where he led the Badgers to three national championships in the 1970s. Johnson's success at Wisconsin earned him a reputation as one of the best coaches in college hockey.

In 1982, Johnson was named the head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, a struggling NHL team at the time. Johnson quickly turned the team around, leading them to the playoffs in his first season as coach. He also helped develop young players like Mario Lemieux, who would go on to become one of the greatest players in NHL history.

After leaving the Penguins, Johnson coached the US Men's National Team at the 1991 Canada Cup, where he led the team to a surprising victory over Canada in the final. Johnson's coaching style was known for its positivity and emphasis on teamwork, and he was beloved by his players and fans alike.

Unfortunately, Johnson's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with brain cancer in 1991. He passed away later that year at the age of 60. Despite his relatively short coaching career, Johnson's impact on the sport of hockey was significant, and he is remembered as one of the greatest coaches of all time.

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